Professional Offerings

Become a Member of the Postpartum Health Alliance

We’re so glad you’re considering joining PHA! As a member, you’ll gain access to resources, professional development opportunities, and a supportive community, all while helping to strengthen perinatal mental health care across San Diego County.

Membership Levels & Fees

PHA has three membership levels to enhance connection, learning, and professional growth for San Diego providers, while supporting the sustainability of our nonprofit.

Membership Levels and Annual Fees:

  • Professional Membership: $135
  • Sponsored Professional Membership: $75 (supported by donors; for individuals with limited income or those serving underserved communities, including Medi-Cal patients)
  • Student Membership: $50

If you have additional questions about membership levels and benefits, please see the table below.

Membership Level

Annual Fee

Who It’s For

Key Benefits

Professional Membership

$135

Mental health and allied professionals (e.g., LMFTs, LCSWs, psychologists, doulas, lactation consultants, nurses)

  • Access to PMH 101 Online Course (3 CEs included) 
  • Listing in online provider directory 
  • Client referrals via Warmline 
  • Free attendance at 3 educational workshops/year (CEs included) 
  • Free attendance at 2 social events/year 
  • Access to members-only listserv for peer support 
  • Digital member badge

Sponsored Professional Membership

$75

For individuals with limited income, or those serving underserved communities or Medi-Cal patients 

  • All benefits of Professional Membership at a reduced rate for eligible members 
  • Digital member badge

Student Membership

$50

Students pursuing careers in perinatal health 

  • All benefits of Professional Membership except directory listing and CEs.
  • Students must use a valid student email address and verify student status each year
  • Digital member badge

How to Apply

Step 1: Submit Application

After reviewing the Membership Qualifications and Policy below, please complete the membership application, then follow the email prompts to activate your account.

Step 2: Interview with our Membership Chair

Within approximately 5 business days, we will review your application and reach out to set up a casual phone interview. Once approved, you’ll receive a link to complete payment.

Step 3: Finalize Onboarding

You’ll receive a welcome packet to help you make the most of your membership as well as instructions to set up your directory profile (if applicable).

Membership Qualifications and Policy

PHA’s membership organization exists to develop a collective of diverse, qualified San Diego professionals dedicated to supporting the mental, emotional, physical health, and wellness needs of perinatal individuals and families. The purpose of this membership alliance is to support professional growth while advancing the prevention, early intervention, and treatment of perinatal mood or anxiety disorders within the San Diego community.

Membership is granted to:

  • Licensed clinical providers trained in the identification, treatment, or resource coordination relevant to this population,
  • Health and wellness professionals with a professional history of effectively serving this population, OR
  • Students currently enrolled in a graduate program related to behavioral health or physical wellness

PHA is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable environment for all members. All operations and professional membership activities shall be free from discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying based on actual or perceived characteristics, including but not limited to: age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, immigration status, marital or parental status, medical condition, nationality, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status.

PHA requires all members to uphold the ethical and professional standards of their respective licensing and/or professional governing boards (e.g., APA, BBS, NASW, AAMFT). PHA reserves the right to revoke membership in cases of violations of these standards or conduct inconsistent with PHA’s values and professional expectations at its discretion. Grounds for revocation may include, but are not limited to: unethical or harmful conduct toward clients or families, professional or personal behavior that materially misrepresents or harms PHA’s reputation, or conduct inconsistent with PHA’s mission, values, or standards of care.

Members affiliated with PHA who are found to be in violation of this policy will be reviewed by the Membership Oversight Committee. Corrective action may include education, a probationary period, suspension, or termination of membership, depending on the severity of the concern.

Each member is responsible for notifying PHA within 30 calendar days of any changes, restrictions, or revocations affecting their legal authority or professional license to practice within their scope.

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Display Your Support Loud and Proud

With an active membership, you can display PHA membership badges available for download in your membership packet, sent to you when you joined PHA.